Computer Concepts
Systems, Applications and Designs / A Brief Course
3rd Edition
Published on 28. February 1997
Book
Paperback/Softback
248 pages
978-0-538-67526-0 (ISBN)
Description
This brief book is an introductory computer courseware package that covers the beginning features of computer concepts and applications. It focuses on hands-on skills needed to operate various commercial application software packages.
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Edition
3rd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Boston, MA
United States
Publishing group
Cengage Learning, Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 274 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
540 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-538-67526-0 (9780538675260)
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Content
1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COMPUTER SYSTEM 1. Objectives 2. Overview 3. Distinctive Characteristics of Computers 4. What is a Computer System? 5. How a Computer System Functions 6. Types, Sizes, and Shapes of Computers 7. Societal Impact of Computers 2: INPUT, PROCESSING, AND OUTPUT 1. Objectives 2. Overview 3. Input Devices 4. Computer Processing 5. Output Devices 6. Auxiliary Storage Devices 3: OPERATING SYSTEMS 1. Objectives 2. Overview 3. The Purpose of Operating Systems 4. Types of Operating Systems 5. Microcomputer Operating Systems 6. Compatibility Among Operating Systems 4: NETWORKS 1. Objectives 2. Overview 3. What is a Network? 4. Characteristics of Local Area Networks 5. What are Networks Made From? 6. Network Interface Cards 7. The Concepts of Structured Wiring 8. Connecting Local Area Networks to Each Other 9. Network Operating Systems 10. Data Storage on the Server 11. Using a Network 12. Application Software That Takes Special Advantage of Networks 5: TELECOMMUNICATIONS 1. Objectives 2. Overview 3. Examples of Telecommunications 4. A Simple Telecommunications Connection 5. Typical Dial-Up Services 6. Wide Area Networks 7. Internet GLOSSARY INDEX